They are said to have migrated from Rajasthan in the 16th century to Kondappali and claims their origin to Muktharishi, a sage endowed with skills in arts and crafts by Lord Shiva.

Then makku- a paste of tamarind seed powder & sawdust is used to join pieces together, add details and finish the toys.

The later step involves coloring with either oil and water-colours or vegetable dyes and enamel paints are applied based on the type of the toys.

[1][7] The artisans mainly work on producing figures of mythology, animals, birds, bullock carts, rural life etc., and the most notable one is Dasavataram, dancing dolls etc.

[9][10] Lepakshi and Lanco Institute of General Humanitarian Trust took initiative to keep alive the art of crafting toys.